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Enoac 2026 Brings Together Brazil’s Accreditation and Conformity Assessment Sector
The National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (Inmetro) held the 15th Meeting of Conformity Assessment Bodies (Enoac 2026) in Rio de Janeiro,
ABNT Launches Written Version of #ABNTTalks Podcast
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) has launched #ABNTTalks, a new written-content format that turns podcast-style conversations into text articles focused on standards, professional development, and business-related topics.
Brazil First in Latin America With EUDR-Aligned FSC Risk Assessment
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has published a revised Risk Assessment for Brazil that became effective on April 28, 2026,
Pindamonhangaba Completes Second Maintenance Audit for Smart and Resilient City Certifications
Pindamonhangaba, a municipality in Brazil, has completed the second maintenance audit of its certifications issued by the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT), confirming continued certification for smart city indicators and urban resilience.
Inmetro Invites Conformity Assessment Bodies To Enoac 2026 Event
The National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (Inmetro) will hold the 15th Meeting of Conformity Assessment Bodies (Enoac) from April 28 to 30, 2026, in Rio de Janeiro,
ABNT Awards Nós por Elas Seals At Women’s Initiative Event In Paraná
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) presented Nós por Elas seals during a public event recognizing organizations that implement structured practices to prevent violence against women.
ABNT Launches Environmental Labeling Initiative and Opens Free Certification for Small Businesses
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards, ABNT, has presented a new environmental labeling initiative and opened a selection process offering free certification for micro and small enterprises (MSEs).
ABNT Completes Development of Sustainability Standard for Products and Services
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) has completed the development of ABNT NBR 20250,
Environmental Alliance of the Americas Approves Eco-Label Criteria for Cleaning and Paper Products
The Environmental Alliance of the Americas (Alianza Ambiental de América) has approved two sets of regional sustainability criteria under a shared eco-labeling program covering Latin America and the Caribbean.
Brazilian Football Confederation Renews ISO 9001 Quality Management Certification
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has renewed its ISO 9001 quality management system certification following an assessment conducted by the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT),
Brazil Certifies First City in the World for Urban ESG Indicators
São José dos Campos, located in the state of São Paulo, has become the first city in the world to earn an urban ESG certification, awarded by the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) at its Platinum tier.
Brazil Adopts ISO 56001 to Strengthen Innovation Management Systems
The Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT) and the Federation of Industries of the State of São Paulo (FIESP) launched the ABNT NBR ISO 56001 Innovation Management System standard during a ceremony in São Paulo.Global News
ISO/IEC 17021-1 Confirmation Keeps Certification Rules Stable
The International Organization for Standardization’s (ISO) Committee on Conformity Assessment (ISO/CASCO) has confirmed continuation of the current edition of ISO/IEC 17021-1,
Revised ISO 14024 Aims to Prevent Greenwashing in Ecolabel Programs
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published the third edition of ISO 14024, revising requirements for ecolabel certification programs to improve verification of environmental claims and help prevent greenwashing,
Experts Sought for ISO TS 20008 Food Waste Measurement and Reporting Project
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has started development of ISO/AWI TS 20008,
Joint ISO and IEC Team Releases Information Model for SMART Content
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have released the first version of the IEC & ISO Information Model for SMART content,
GMP+ International Launches Feed Life Cycle Assessment Standard
The GMP+ International has launched the MI5.7 Feed Life Cycle Assessment LCA standard, introducing a harmonized method for calculating and communicating the environmental impact of feed products across the supply chain.
ISO 22367:2026 Revises Risk Management Guidance for Medical Laboratories
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22367:2026, a revised standard that provides medical laboratories with a structured approach to identifying, assessing, and controlling risks across laboratory activities and testing processes.
ISO 30134 Series KPIs Highlighted in New Data Center Energy and Water Whitepaper
A new whitepaper published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) explains how key performance indicators (KPIs) from the ISO/IEC 30134 series can be used to measure and report energy and water use in data centers.
CSQ Invites Comments on Cannabis EU GMP Certification Addendum
Cannabis Safety & Quality (CSQ) has opened a public comment period for a new EU GMP certification addendum,
FSSC 22000 Version 7 Updates Prerequisite Programs And Aligns With GFSI 2024
The Foundation FSSC has released Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 food safety management system certification scheme, introducing updated prerequisite programs (PRPs) and aligning the scheme with the 2024 Global Food Safety Initiative requirements.
ISO Develops Carbon Credit Data Model Standard, Calls for Input
A new data model for carbon credit markets is being developed by ISO’s sustainable finance and financial services committees, with early input still open to stakeholders.
ISO 20022 Series Update Sets New Rules as Payment Systems Prepare for Implementation
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published updated and new parts in the ISO 20022 series, as major payment systems advance their implementation of the standard on closely aligned timelines.
